Ryan SakamotoRyan Sakamoto

Ryan is a Bay Area native who's also the Founder of Niner Fans, Editor of Niner Noise, Senior Staff Writer for Golden Gate Sports, and Contributor for Raising Zona. Born and raised in San Jose, he also graduated from San Diego State University. Ryan is a passionate 49er Faithful that's been fortunate to be a front row season ticket holder since '91. He eats, sleeps, and breathes, red and gold! For more information, please contact him via email at [email protected]

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Why WR Anquan Boldin’s Presence Will Benefit WR Michael Crabtree

We all heard the saying, “there’s no “I” in team.” And while many sports are individually based such as golf, the game of football is not. Football is a team sport, where…Read More

Why Adam Snyder Made Sense For 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers clearly needed depth along the offensive line. It just so happens that recently released G Adam Snyder was available. A move the Arizona Cardinals made in an effort to improve…Read More

49ers Rookie Minicamp Set To Begin

With the San Francisco 49ers set to open their rookie minicamp on May 10-12, it will be the first time these rookies will floss their red and gold apparel. And although many of these rookies will be positioning…Read More

Why There Is Already Tremendous Pressure On 49ers S Eric Reid

When the San Francisco 49ers traded up in the first-round to draft FS Eric Reid (LSU), it was a strategic move to replace All-Pro FS Dashon Goldson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers). Whether they were actually targeting…Read More

2013 NFL Draft: Why Tavon Austin Will Be Targeted By 49ers

There is no surprise that the San Francisco 49ers are desperately trying to move up in the draft. They have plenty of ammunition and would love nothing more than to select near the top half of the first-round.…Read More

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2013 NFL Mock Draft: 49ers Select FS Jonathan Cyprien

With the 2013 NFL Draft set to begin tomorrow, I have finalized my mock draft. And although I expect…Read More

2013 NFL Draft: Why QB Geno Smith Will Slide On Draft Day

As the 2013 NFL Draft becomes a reality, many NFL Draft pundits are split on whether there are any quarterbacks…Read More

2013 NFL Draft: Why Duke Williams Will Be Drafted By The 49ers

In my latest mock on the FanSided Network, I have sealed the envelope and locked in my guy. And while…Read More

2013 NFL Draft: Why Trading RB Kendall Hunter Makes Sense For 49ers

The unwritten rule is that a player should not lose his role due to injury. Well, we all saw what happened…Read More

2013 NFL Draft: Why Star Lotuleilei Should Be Targeted By 49ers

With the 2013 NFL Draft just days away, the rumor mill is in full swing. The latest scoop from “sources”…Read More

San Francisco 49ers GM Trent Baalke Tips Hand With Pre-Draft Visits

There is no question that GM Trent Baalke is among the very best as a talent evaluator. His poker face…Read More

2013 San Francisco 49ers Schedule

The San Francisco 49ers schedule was announced this evening with key match-ups, including an opening…Read More

Former 49ers QB Steve Young Speaks On Pat Summerall’s Death on ESPN

If you have not heard the news yet, former NFL anchor Pat Summerall passed away this afternoon. He is…Read More

2013 NFL Draft: CB D.J. Hayden To Have Pre-Draft Visit With 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have scheduled a pre-draft visit with CB D.J. Hayden (Houston). Hayden, has…Read More

Report: Joe Montana’s Son To Workout At Local Pro-Day

As in every year, the San Francisco 49ers will be hosting a number of draft eligible prospects at their…Read More

NFL Draft 2013: 49ers May Be Targeting TE Gavin Escobar and Travis Kelce

The loss left by TE Delanie Walker was a huge blow to the San Francisco 49ers organization. A player…Read More

CB Tramaine Brock Agrees To One-Year Tender Offer with 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers today announced that they have locked up CB Tramaine Brock, to a one-year contract.…Read More

Why DE Justin Smith Must Bounce Back For San Francisco 49ers in 2013

When the San Francisco 49ers signed DE Justin Smith to a six-year, $45 million contract in 2008, few…Read More

49ers SS Donte Whitner On NFL AM This Morning

With the San Francisco 49ers representing the NFC in the Super Bowl, many of the players have benefited…Read More

Report: San Francisco 49ers Right Tackle Anthony Davis Has “De-Escalators” In Contract

According to CSN Bay Area Sports, the San Francisco 49ers have negotiated a contract with T Anthony…Read More